Understanding the functions of all the muscles in the back is complex, but training them does not have to be. The muscles of the back help us do everything from standing up straight and opening doors ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Saying “my back hurts” ...

Back muscles are essential for posture, movement and injury prevention. A combination of varied pulling exercises will help strengthen them and improve daily function and training performance. Back ...

Pilates teachers rarely complain about lower-back pain. Why? It's not because they aren't chained to their desks all ...

People who have injured the SI joint may experience pain in the lower back, buttocks, and down the back of the thigh. Simple stretches and exercises may help ease the pain. The sacroiliac (SI) joint ...

Lumbar stabilization exercises can benefit almost everyone, but there are a few important things to know before you try these exercises at home. Share on Pinterest Jovo Jovanovic/Stocksy Maybe you ...